Worst rust damage I have ever seen on a 993
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I'm going to guess it sat under a tarp or cover in a very humid environment. Tarp/cover trapped the moisture.
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That isn't entirely the point. Considering how long at this point Porsche had been using galvanizing, this car shouldn't rust that badly. England of course gets special consideration.....!
I'm going to guess it sat under a tarp or cover in a very humid environment. Tarp/cover trapped the moisture.
I'm going to guess it sat under a tarp or cover in a very humid environment. Tarp/cover trapped the moisture.
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It appears to be the black strip above the rust hole? Looks there to me.
I offered him $15k and then made my way to $18k.... he ultimately said he was holding out for closer to his asking price. I'm sure $20k quick would do it but I'd rather just try to find a project without rust for $26k. it does say 43k original miles though. He says it "Runs" (saw it run his self), but it needs a fan bearing, alternator (appears to be missing the fan housing too), is missing the crank pulley and AC bracket. He says interior is "in decent shape but would benefit from a makeover".
At 20k, it will need $5k minimum min bodywork, $1500 in engine parts, lots of labor and who knows how the paint is, the interior or any additional issues. It COULD be a $40K+ car but man, no sport seats and lots of "Who knows" issues. I'm still tempted though... LOL.
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I wouldn't pay $22k for a pile of 993 parts, if the rust wasn't a factor.
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That isn't entirely the point. Considering how long at this point Porsche had been using galvanizing, this car shouldn't rust that badly. England of course gets special consideration.....!
I'm going to guess it sat under a tarp or cover in a very humid environment. Tarp/cover trapped the moisture.
I'm going to guess it sat under a tarp or cover in a very humid environment. Tarp/cover trapped the moisture.
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Just guessing about this 993 but I'd say most of the rust on that car (around the seals) looks like it has been sitting exposed to the elements. The underside of the car may just be fine if it hasn't been driven through salty winters up north. That's where things get really expensive and unsafe to drive.
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What do you figure a complete 993, 43k mi. motor is worth, If the car can be had for 19 - 20k?
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the car is a restoration project.
budget $40-$60k plus the car depending on how nice you want it finished.
A fully restored carrera is not worth what the car cost and restoration bill would be.
budget $40-$60k plus the car depending on how nice you want it finished.
A fully restored carrera is not worth what the car cost and restoration bill would be.